Can You Use Trademarks in Your Writing?
Christian writers are a scrupulous group and they have concerns about doing the right thing. One of the issues that comes up fairly often is...
Tagged: Creativity
The Power of Storytelling
Fiction, nonfiction, sermons–it’s all the same. It even applies to the copy-writing we do to promote books or church activities. There is power in storytelling....
7 Ways To Turbocharge Your Creativity
Christian writers don’t wait for the Muse to provide creativity. The idea of a Muse is a pagan concept which involves an outside voice speaking...
The Dynamics of a Good Story
All writing is storytelling. Christian writers can use that important idea to attract and sustain the interest of their readers. There are all kinds of...
Does Your Chair Affect the Quality of Your Writing?
I’m always amused when I see a picture of a woman seated on a cushy sofa, legs crossed, computer on lap, happily tapping out a...
The “Dones” and the Need for Revolutionary Christian Writing
Who are the “Dones?” They are mature Christians who know what the Bible teaches, seek to walk with Jesus, but are “done” with church. This...
Hunches and the Holy Spirit
Christian writers are always seeking inspiration to fuel our writing. We think it comes from God. But does God need to speak directly into our...
Christian Writing for the Web
Christian writers have the power to influence thousands of people from the comfort of the chair in front of their computer. We can make send...
The Writing Wizardry of J.K. Rowling
Can J.K. Rowling be a source of inspiration to Christian writers? Lots of Christians think her Harry Potter series was conjured by the Devil. Many more Christians...
Book Ideas – A New Writing Rule #2
What’s the number one rule of successful writing? It is this: Write! That well-worn cliché is important to all writers, but it does not encompass...
Top 10 Writing Tips
It seems every writer has created a top 10 writing tips list. I have viewed dozens of these lists and compiled the best of the...
Can Diet Enhance Your Creativity?
Feeling down in the dumps as you face a blank page? Afraid your brain-freeze might not thaw anytime soon? You might try taking a big...
Walking Builds the Body, Clears the Mind
Writing takes tenacity. Successful writers know there is nothing more important than planting your rear firmly in a chair and sitting there until the day’s...
Creating Your Writing Space
Guest post by Michael Hemmingson Writers differ in their needs and preferences for space in which they create. If you’re fortunate enough to have a...
Animals as Writing Inspiration
Guest post by Michael Hemmingson Pets have always gone hand-in-hand with writing; they act as inspiration and companions in those lonely hours behind the keyboard....